If you're ready to replace your old PC and hand it down to a friend or family member, you'll need to wipe your data and reset it. Follow these instructions to make sure you do it the right way.

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The best solution to ensure the computer is back to a clean slate is, performing a factory reset. Wiping a computer clean with a factory reset will be sufficient to safeguard your personal data. Also, ...

You can wipe your Windows PC in the Recovery section of the Settings app. To wipe a Mac, shut it down first, and during startup, use Disk Utility to erase your drive. You can also wipe a Chromebook in ...